IST - JFK

£291 Find Cheap Flights from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Airport

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Istanbul to New York departing on 16/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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KAYAK searches hundreds of travel sites at once for deals on flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

 
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Istanbul to New York, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Istanbul to New York, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest return fare
£439
Typical prices: £574-£465
Scandinavian Airlines
Sat 3/10Mon 12/10
IST - JFK • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£503
Typical prices: £609-£497
Turkish Airlines
Thu 17/9Thu 1/10
IST - JFK • Direct
Advice from real travellers
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts and KAYAK users. AI can make mistakes.
Wear comfortable shoes at IST due to long walking distances.
Use the JFK AirTrain to avoid traffic and connect easily.
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Cheapest • from £439 (return)
Turkish Airlines
Best reviews • 7.4 score
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You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines. Average duration is 10h 43m
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Most punctual • 85% on-time
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Best time • Fewest delays
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Cheapest • Avg £399 (return)
Amsterdam (AMS)
Shortest trip • 12h 45m (one-way)
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When to book
3 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 15% compared to booking last minute.
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November
Cheapest • 12% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to New York (IST-JFK)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Istanbul to New York that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Istanbul to New York

Sat, 3 Oct - Mon, 12 Oct
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
04:30 - 17:00
IST
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JFK
19h 30m
1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
17:10 - 03:40
JFK
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IST
27h 30m
2 stops
£439Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, 14 Sep - Thu, 24 Sep
Air Europa Logo
15:45 - 22:55
IST
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JFK
14h 10m
1 stop
Air Europa Logo
22:05 - 13:55
JFK
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IST
32h 50m
1 stop
£443Air Europa
Sun, 20 Sep - Mon, 19 Oct
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
04:30 - 17:00
IST
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JFK
19h 30m
1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
17:10 - 03:40
JFK
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IST
27h 30m
2 stops
£447Scandinavian Airlines
Thu, 17 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
04:30 - 15:40
IST
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JFK
42h 10m
2 stops
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
18:55 - 03:40
JFK
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IST
25h 45m
1 stop
£448Scandinavian Airlines
Thu, 17 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
04:30 - 17:00
IST
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JFK
19h 30m
1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
18:55 - 03:40
JFK
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IST
25h 45m
1 stop
£448Scandinavian Airlines
Thu, 17 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
04:30 - 15:40
IST
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JFK
42h 10m
2 stops
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
17:10 - 03:40
JFK
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IST
27h 30m
2 stops
£451Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, 12 Sep - Fri, 18 Sep
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
04:30 - 15:40
IST
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JFK
18h 10m
2 stops
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
18:55 - 03:40
JFK
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IST
25h 45m
1 stop
£451Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, 18 Sep - Fri, 25 Sep
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
04:30 - 15:40
IST
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JFK
18h 10m
2 stops
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
18:55 - 03:40
JFK
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IST
25h 45m
1 stop
£452Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, 12 Sep - Fri, 18 Sep
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
04:30 - 15:40
IST
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JFK
18h 10m
2 stops
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
17:10 - 03:40
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IST
27h 30m
2 stops
£454Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, 11 May - Mon, 25 May
LEVEL Logo
18:15 - 22:00
IST
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34h 45m
1 stop
LEVEL Logo
23:45 - 20:15
JFK
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IST
13h 30m
1 stop
£455LEVEL
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Istanbul to New York flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Istanbul to New York to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport departing in October.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to New York John F Kennedy Airport on a Saturday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to Istanbul Airport, you should consider flying back on a Monday, and avoid Tuesdays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is November, where tickets cost £479 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £674 and £651 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at £417 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 15% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Istanbul to New York

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Jenna Scatena

Jenna Scatena

Expert on IST

Journalist and Travel Writer, Jenna Scatena is an award-winning travel writer with a love for sharing stories and exploring new places, especially by Vespa. Though she's from San Francisco, she has spent a significant chunk of her vacation days over the last decade eating her way through Texas and sleeping in hotels around the world—especially in California, the Middle East, and Europe.

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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, The Points Guy, and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Good to know - Cheap tickets from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Airport

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight£291
Best time to beat the crowds (7% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
Flight from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Airport

When to book flights from Istanbul to New York

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to New York based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

Flights from Istanbul to New York: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Istanbul to New York 
Learn how KAYAK collects reviews and tips from users.
Verified travelerFlew with Turkish AirlinesJan 2026
Don’t board the aircraft empty stomach. Bring some food with you because you won’t get any food served for a quiet a while
Verified travelerFlew with Turkish AirlinesMay 2025
We got in line for passport control instead of going to the transfer section after arriving from Zagreb and wasted precious time. We wish there were obvious signs to show transfer passengers where to go. (Maybe we missed the signs?) The food was delicious and the crew were excellent.

FAQs for booking Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Airport flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport was £291 for a one-way ticket and £439 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    The Boeing 777-300ER is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Istanbul Airport and New York John F Kennedy Airport.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    There are direct flights from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Airport on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New York John F Kennedy Airport from Istanbul Airport is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to New York John F Kennedy Airport with an airline and back to Istanbul Airport with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to New York John F Kennedy Airport from Istanbul Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Istanbul Airport? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £471 or less one-way.

Prefer to fly direct from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Istanbul to New York John F Kennedy Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Istanbul Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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New York John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul

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Reviews of the top airline flying from Istanbul to New York

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Istanbul to New York. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Istanbul to New York? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
Turkish AirlinesOverall score based on 4342 reviews
7.3Boarding
7.5Food
7.5Entertainment
7.8Crew
7.3Comfort
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Excellent service. Friendly and attentive flight attendants, can lay back in business class and be pretty comfortable, and delicious food. Flight on time departing and arriving.

10.0 ExcellentMichelle, Apr 2026
IST - BOS
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Excellent service. Friendly and attentive flight attendants, can lay back in business class and be pretty comfortable, and delicious food. Flight on time departing and arriving.

I will say the same as my previous comment. Great job over all! From 1-10, ten be the best… I will give 9!

had to wait 1 hour once boarded. so we were 1 hour late arriving.

They are absolutely impossible to get hold of. A death in the family caused us to delay our departure. They are impossible to get through to and after waiting 41/2 hours I was told they would not consider helping us. They cancelled our return flight and have not reimbursed anything. I strongly urge readers to consider a different airline.

A lot of snacks and provided on request by traveller. Preferred meals which were on their menu were not always sufficient for those who wanted them. We were told 2 different items and offer which we asked for were not offered initially. We rejected the 3rd item given as a substitute for our initial choices which we didn't want and so we didn't accept it. Eventually our initial choice was offered. During service of coffee and tea, the crew member didn't offer us and moved back. Luckily neither of us wanted tea at that time. Crew members must avoid behavior that may be suggestive of discrimination

The crew was awesome. My husband fell while traveling to the WC and got a head abrasion. The crew helped him greatly and a physician that was also on the flight checked him out as well. They all get an A+!

Online check in and seat assignments are terrible. All 4 flights

Cabin was kept very hot and it was uncomfortable. Entertainment system did not work at my seat. Crew and service is fantastic

Extremely bad BAD BAD BAD. NEVER TURKISH AIRLINES EVER AGAIN..PIRATES COMPANY.

Typically great service from Turkish with comfortable seat and amenitie, good food and great attention from staff.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Istanbul to New York

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Istanbul Airport (IST)
John F Kennedy Intl (JFK)